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BFW 434X

1981 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,292 mi
Last recorded43,292 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 434X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 43,292 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 43,287 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 43,258 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 43,209 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 43,166 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 43,151 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 43,142 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Jun 2008 43,133 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 43,098 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 43,072 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350?

Based on 22,191 MOT tests across 4,070 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
4,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 118
reflector on motorcycle missing 117
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 91
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 61
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BFW 434X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 24,562 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD350 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 434X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFW 434X registered?

BFW 434X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 11 December 1981.

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